12 p.m.

VCU will conduct a full test of its emergency communications and alerting systems, including sirens throughout the Monroe Park and MCV campuses. The full test will include the sirens along with text messages, Alertus boxes, mass email, digital signs, desktop alerts, LiveSafe, VCU Mobile, social media and VCU website information — all part of a multichannel system for communicating emergency information to VCU students, faculty, staff, visitors and the community. VCU Police will send out a text message to let the community know that all testing has concluded.

For more information, contact VCU Emergency Management Staff at vcualert@vcu.edu.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU da Vinci Center will host the first virtual eClub meeting of the year. eClub is a student organization that provides an opportunity for collaboration, networking and feedback from student founders for student founders. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kendra Cabler at cablerka@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/eclub-kickoff.

12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m.

Student organization leaders and advisors are invited to a session to discover your strengths and learn to lead with your talents. Questions, contact studentorgs@vcu.edu. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Donté Sharpe at dsharpe2@vcu.edu or visit http://cglink.me/r743500.

5 p.m.

Do you have a pressing question? Do you want to know about your health and wellness? Check out Ask a Health Educator. Health Educators from The Health Promotion and Well-Being Center will be available to answer individual questions. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Keyuna Patterson at pattersonk7@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/92520768553.

7 p.m.

The Pre-Law Society of VCU will host a virtual open house to discuss goals for the semester and share resources and study material. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Matt Tessema at Tessemame@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/click?linkid=926f01a0-64b8-4d9b-8a54-17eee9b5ba9d.

1 p.m.

Assistant Director for Strategic Partnerships and Outreach Student Conduct and Academic Integrity Rocky Carmine will discuss "VCU Honor System and Standards of Academic Conduct" at a remote seminar presented by VCU's Chemical and Life Science Engineering. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Desiney Lowery at dlowery3@vcu.edu or (804) 828-7789 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/95707151292.

4 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Student organization leaders and advisors are invited to a session to learn how to take RamsConnect skills to the next level and create a new level of engagement with your organization and the VCU community.

For more information, contact Donté Sharpe at studentorgs@vcu.edu or visit http://cglink.me/r743522.

Thursday, Sep. 3, 2020 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.

VCU Red Cross will hold a Red Cross blood drive at the Pace Center, 700 W. Franklin St. Appointments can be made at the following URL.

For more information, contact Red Cross at VCU at redcrossatvcu@gmail.com or visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=pacecenter.

Thursday, Sep. 3, 2020 from 11 a.m. to noon

VCU Human Resources will host a webinar on "Leave Options for Working Parents." Register in Talent@VCU.

For more information, contact HR Leave Administration at leave@vcu.edu or (804) 828-0177 or visit https://vcu.csod.com/ui/lms-learning-details/app/event/a837afdf-c65f-431c-ad32-3b6caab94a76.

Thursday, Sep. 3, 2020 at 12:30 p.m.

The Honors College is hosting virtual interest sessions throughout the fall semester for current VCU students to apply. Attendance at an interest session is required to be considered for admission. A session will also be held at 4 p.m. Sept. 4. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jenna Venable at venablejl@vcu.edu or visit https://tinyurl.com/VCUHonorsInterest.

Friday, Sep. 4, 2020 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Rainbow Group is a support group for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, non-binary, queer, asexual and intersex students. Rainbow Group offers a safe space to get information, connect with others and seek support with relationships, family and friends, coming out, transitioning, questioning and identity development. The group meets via Zoom on Fridays at 3 p.m. Registration is required by emailing the following address.

For more information, contact Camille Rudney at rudneycm@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6200 or visit https://counseling.vcu.edu/services/therapy-and-support-groups/rainbow-group/.

Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2020 from noon to 1 p.m.

The Center for Community Engagement and Impact will host a webinar. Join the center and the Community Foundation to find volunteer opportunities and learn about Richmond’s civic infrastructure. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tito Luna at taluna@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/94175240556.

Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2020 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Learn more about VCU's Evening MBA program at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. This 45-minute online presentation will provide an overview of the program, curriculum and admissions process. Register at the following URL. Questions, email gsib@vcu.edu.

For more information, contact Austen Gouldman at gouldmana@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4622 or visit https://business.vcu.edu/about-us/events/graduate-studies/webinar/evening-mba-program-webinar-090920.html.

Adobe Creative Cloud licenses are available for VCU students at a reduced cost. Get the entire suite of Adobe Apps (Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign). Other discounted pricing options are available. View the “Student Purchase" information on the VCU Adobe website at the following URL. Students currently paying $360 for a Creative Cloud license can cancel without incurring any fees. Contact the IT Support Center at https://ts.vcu.edu/it-support-center/ for assistance.

For more information, contact Lucy Halunko at adobe@vcu.edu or visit https://adobe.vcu.edu.

Learn how to help save a life. VCU Recreational Sports is offering the First Aid/CPR/AED Blended Course to VCU students and Rec Sports members. Classes are held throughout the semester, with weeknight and Saturday options.

For more information, contact Jenna Dillon at dillonj3@vcu.edu or visit https://recsports.vcu.edu/programs/certifications/first-aid-cpr-aed/.

VCU students who have experienced a hardship related to the disruption of VCU on-campus operations due to COVID-19 that resulted in reduced income or extra expenses are asked to submit emergency funding applications for consideration by Sept. 4. Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Strategic Enrollment Management at semcares@vcu.edu or visit https://finaid.vcu.edu/manage/covid19funding/.

The VCU cross-campus shuttle will not be in operation on Sept. 7. Service will resume on Sept. 8.

For more information, contact VCU Parking and Transportation at parking@vcu.edu or (804) 828-7275.

The VCU Department of Surgery is inviting all volunteers willing to donate a blood sample. This is a one-time blood draw. The project involves individuals ages 18-50 years, on no medications and not currently pregnant or ill. Compensation is available. Scheduling is flexible. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Loren Liebrecht, M.D., at loren.liebrecht@vcuhealth.org or (804) 628-3753 or visit https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=A3LNR7LE3L.